72-Year-Old Chess Maestro Rico Mascariñas Triumphs at ASEAN+ Seniors Championship
Source: news.source.cebudailynews_inquirer
International Master Rico Mascariñas, aged 72, secured the gold medal in the seniors 65-and-over division at the 23rd ASEAN+ Age Group Chess Championships 2025 in Penang, Malaysia. Competing against international opponents, Mascariñas scored 6.0 points over nine rounds, showcasing his enduring prowess on the chessboard.
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Rico Mascariñas won the gold medal in the seniors 65-and-over division at the 23rd ASEAN+ Age Group Chess Championships 2025.
The event took place in Penang, Malaysia, and concluded on July 8, 2025.
Mascariñas, representing the Toledo Xignex Trojans, finished with 6.0 points in a nine-round standard event.
Despite competing against younger and strong international opponents, Mascariñas demonstrated his skill and experience on the chessboard.
He had a mixed performance with wins, draws, and a loss, but ultimately secured the top position in his division.
Mascariñas continues to compete in the rapid and blitz events following his success in the standard event.
